Brunello di Montalcino Riserva – Poggio all’Oro – Castello Banfi – 2016

The wine Brunello di Montalcino Riserva of the Castello Banfi winery 

The Winemaking

The harvest of Brunello Poggio all’Oro takes place under ideal climatic conditions. The rainy spring and cooler temperatures slow down vegetative development, allowing for a gradual and perfect ripening of the grapes. During the summer, the climate provides stable temperatures with excellent thermal excursions and sporadic rains, promoting optimal maturation. The picking is done with great care in selecting the grapes both in the vineyard and in the winery. Fermentation occurs at controlled temperatures in combined steel and French oak tanks, followed by aging for at least 30 months, with 80% in French oak barrels and 20% in French oak barriques.

Tasting the wine of the winery

The Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio all’Oro presents an intense ruby red color. On the nose, it offers a sweet and complex aromatic profile, with notes of blackberry jam, tobacco, cocoa, and a balsamic finish. On the palate, it stands out for its significant and balanced structure, with a pronounced acidity and well-integrated tannins. The finish is long and pleasant, making this wine suitable for long aging.

Food Pairings 

This Brunello pairs perfectly with rich and complex dishes such as braised meats, game, and aged cheeses. It is also ideal as a meditation wine, to be savored slowly to appreciate its complexity and elegance. The suggested serving temperature is between 16 and 18°C, to best enhance its organoleptic characteristics.

THE AWARDS

2016
– James Suckling 97/100
– Wine Spectator 94/100
– Robert Parket 96+/100
– Bibenda 5/5 grapes
– Doctor Wine 96/100
– Decanter 95/100